Key West to Palm Beach Gardens: Road Trip Guide & Distance

187.1 miles 301.1 km · straight line
233.9 miles estimated 376.4 km · driving distance
4h 42min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
33° NNE bearing direction

How far is Key West from Palm Beach Gardens?

The distance from Key West to Palm Beach Gardens is 187.1 miles (301.1 km) as the crow flies. Palm Beach Gardens is located NNE of Key West. By car, the driving distance is approximately 233.9 miles, taking about 4h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Key West and Palm Beach Gardens. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Key West to Palm Beach Gardens

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 42min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 38min $19–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 28min $28–$82* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Key West & Palm Beach Gardens

Quick Facts

Key West
24.56°N, 81.78°W
America/New_York
1m elevation
Palm Beach Gardens
26.82°N, 80.14°W
America/New_York
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 62 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 133.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients